this is a hostel for the true backpackers and has everything a normal hostel patron would expect - adding consistently hot showers, and a terrace with a view makes of this a certainly well-respected hostel.

saqua hostel and surf is located on rua pitatunga, 800- itaúna, saquarema, and can be contacted via phone at 22 9719.8125, via email on this link or this, or via the establishment's website here.

forno a lenha is a quaint pizzeria, good for anyone looking to experience the italian way of cooking pizzas in a wood fired oven - roasted chicken is another specialty of the master chef as well as lasagna, pastas, gnocchi, salads and a host of starters.